Fuchu, Japan

Masayuki Higashi

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Toshiba Elevator Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2008-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masayuki Higashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masayuki-higashi

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile



Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (2008)
  • Fuchu, JP (2008 - 2009)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2008-2009

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Masayuki Higashi: Innovator in Elevator Technology

Introduction

Masayuki Higashi is a prominent inventor based in Fuchu, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of elevator technology, holding a total of 4 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of elevator systems.

Latest Patents

Higashi's latest patents include an elevator with an operation space in the center of a machine room. This design features a driving apparatus, a traction sheave, and a counterweight-side rope hitching portion arranged above one rail of the right and left cage-side guide rails. Additionally, a cage-side rope hitching portion and a speed governor are positioned above the other rail. This configuration allows for a large operation space in the center of the machine room floor. Furthermore, the machine beam can be extended fully in both the back and forth directions, eliminating the need for an additional building-side receiving beam. Another notable patent is a design where a drive device, a traction sheave, and a weight-side stop portion are arranged above one of a pair of left and right cage-side guide rails. This arrangement also provides a wide workspace in the middle of the machinery chamber, with the control panel positioned along the middle of the inside wall surface. The design further negates the necessity for an additional supporting beam mounted in the building.

Career Highlights

Masayuki Higashi is associated with Toshiba Elevator Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in the elevator manufacturing industry. His work has significantly impacted the design and functionality of modern elevators, making them more efficient and user-friendly.

Collaborations

Higashi has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Kazuhiro Izumi and Kan Kawasaki. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of elevator technology.

Conclusion

Masayuki Higashi's innovative contributions to elevator technology have established him as a key figure in the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to improving the efficiency and functionality of elevator systems.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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